Downtown Events

Tootie Returns to Abby Singer’s Bistro

Two big things have happened recently at Robinson Film Center/Abby Singer’s Bistro downtown. The first is that there was a little fire Saturday night that created some excitement in the kitchen. The bigger excitement was that created in the restaurant and among her legion of fans when it was announced Chef Tootie ‘Ernestine’ Morrison was […]

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Music Prize LIVE Summer Series Kickoff

      Got plans Thursday night? Even if you do, kick them to the curb and come to the Louisiana Music Prize LIVE Summer Music Series kickoff concert- 4 bands in a brand new music venue for the low price of $5 (if you buy the tickets now)! The special concert features Nashville’s *repeat […]

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A Night of Intrigue at Sci-Port

What is more intriguing than science? Sci-Port is offering about 70 patrons the opportunity to experience A Night of Intrigue on Saturday, June 15 at 6 p.m. Come dressed for cocktails and enjoy an evening of drinks and appetizers, mingling and mystery! The event will feature: 6 pm- Meet and Mingle 6:20- Intro and Explanation […]

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Not Your Mother’s Quilts at ARTSTATION

When a lot of people think of quilts, they thing of the tattered cover that Grandma made, traditional patterns like ‘Log Cabin’ or ‘The Diamond in the Square.’ The newest show by the Art Quilt Group of the Red River Quilters at Central ARTSTATION, 801 Crockett, shows quilting isn’t just for grandma anymore!     […]

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Hilton Hotel Starts Monthly Artist Series

Downtown’s elegant Hilton Hotel is launching into art in a big way with monthly artist receptions starting Friday, June 7, 5:30- 7 p.m. First to grace the walls is abstract artist Celia Carr. Experience her vibrant works while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and refreshments at the Market 104 Bar. Self-parking will be complimentary, valet is $5. […]

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Food Trucks at the Museum 2019

Combine Food and Fun With History at Food Trucks at the Museum- Sunday, June 9 from noon until 4 p.m.  In 1887, the Shreveport Water Works became only the second water ‘treatment’ plant in the state of Louisiana, one of just a handful in the nation. Finally, Shreveport would have a way to fight fires […]

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Hoover Spring Watercolor Show

If you love great art, you’ll want to attend the opening reception of the Hoover Watercolor Society Spring Show on Sunday, June 2, 2-4 p.m. at Norsworthy Gallery, 214 Texas St. This is the 62nd year of the Hoover Spring Exhibit and it always attracts a wide variety of beautiful works from across the region. […]

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Convention Specials!

Welcome to downtown Shreveport! We have asked the restaurants to honor your convention badges, name tags or hotel room keys for the various specials being offered. RESTAURANTS WITH SPECIALS! Abby Singers Bistro –10% off food orders 617 Texas Street (318) 459-4125 Fat Calf Boucherie– 10% off on all food orders Red River Brewing Co. – […]

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Shreveport Aquarium Summer Changes

School is out and that means some summer time changes at the Shreveport Aquarium. First, the hours: New hours have already kicked in, with lots of marine mammal fun. ALL DAY, EVERY DAY Jelly Touch Experience Gently interact with these mesmerizing creatures of the deep. Sting Ray Touch and Feed Experience Touch and hand feed […]

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